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Church leaders issue stark warnings against assisted suicide
Church leaders and faith groups have spoken out against assisted suicide legislation due to be considered in the Scottish Parliament in the coming months.
Gay cake challenge thrown out by European Court of Human Rights
The decision means that the UK Supreme Court victory for the Ashers Baking Co stands.
Christian nurse wins discrimination case over cross necklace
An NHS Trust harassed and discriminated against a Christian nurse who wanted to wear her cross necklace at work, an Employment Tribunal has ruled.
Appeal launched to support Christians fleeing persecution
They include Christian refugees who have left Afghanistan to escape the Taliban, and Nigeria where Christians face "the greatest threat of violence".
Alcoholics Anonymous group removed from directory over Christian emphasis
The group continues to meet in a church in Yeovil, Somerset, but is no longer officially recognised by the AA.
Christians recognised for Covid efforts in New Year Honours list
The New Year Honours list for 2022 includes a number of Christians being recognised for their efforts in response to the pandemic.
Tutu laid to rest at state funeral in Cape Town
The funeral of Archbishop Desmond Tutu, who died last week aged 90, has taken place in Cape Town.
God is near, says Pope in New Year's Day address
In a world that continues to be rocked by insecurity and the challenges of the pandemic, God is not distant but very near, Pope Francis has said.
Doctors urge Scottish Parliament to reject assisted suicide legislation
Dozens of junior doctors have written to MSPs urging them to vote against legalising assisted suicide in Scotland.
West Africa tipped to be persecution 'hotspot' in 2022
Release International warned that Islamist extremists are gaining ground across Nigeria and the Sahel region of sub-Saharan Africa.
Impact of climate change has cost the world billions - Christian Aid
Extreme weather events linked to climate change has cost billions of dollars in damage this year, says Christian Aid.
Most Christians think it's ok to portray Jesus as white
Most British Christians think images of a 'white Jesus' are acceptable, but polling shows attitudes vary according to age and ethnicity.
Giving a warm welcome to refugees
Hotel volunteer Kath Crowsley has helped Afghan refugees in all sorts of ways, from opening a bank account to delivering a baby.
Thousands sign petition calling for end to forced conversion and marriage of Christian girls
Over 3,000 people have signed a petition by Aid to the Church in Need calling for more action to stop the forced conversion and marriage of Christian women and girls.
Bishop defiant after six killed in Christmas Day suicide bombing in eastern Congo
Six people have been killed in a Christmas Day suicide bombing in a region of the Democratic Republic of Congo where Christians have been targeted in the past.
Calls for urgent action after Christmas Eve massacre in Myanmar
A Christian charity is calling on the international community to take urgent action after reports of at least 35 civilians being burnt alive in Myanmar on Christmas Eve.